Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry has urged teenagers to stop sharing personal information on social media and reminded them of safety rules, reports the website infohub.kz.
The ministry noted that social media helps people communicate and learn, but excessive openness can lead to risks. Teens were advised not to post their home address, phone number, school name, class schedule, or other details that could help strangers determine their location.
“Do not publish personal information: home address, phone number, school name, class schedule, and other details that could help strangers locate you,” the Polisia.kz publication stated.
Teens are also advised not to post photos or stories with real-time geolocation. It is better to publish them after leaving the location. The ministry recommends adding only people you know personally as friends and adjusting account privacy so that posts are visible only to trusted users.
“Add only people you know personally as friends. Adjust your account privacy so that your posts are visible only to trusted users,” the ministry reminded.
The ministry also warned against sending personal photos, documents, or other confidential information to strangers. If a conversation partner shows obsessive attention, asks personal questions, tries to intimidate, or reveals the teen's location, the conversation should be stopped.
“Block the suspicious account. Be sure to report such cases to your parents, legal guardians, or another trusted adult,” the ministry emphasized.
In conclusion, the ministry reminded that safety is more important than the number of followers and likes, and responsible behavior in the digital environment helps protect personal data and prevent potential threats.